Art by ASH

ASH (Mark R. Watson) 
Oil on canvas 

This striking work by Mark R. Watson, known as ASH, shows a pair of small, goblin-like figures moving through a dense, textured landscape. The piece reflects the artist's fascination with the strange and the imaginative, often combining human-like shapes with a raw, earthy style. 

In Debbie and Eon, Watson uses a heavy impasto technique. He applies thick layers of oil paint with visible, energetic brushstrokes. This technique creates a surface that feels like the rugged floor of a forest or an underground world. The colors are rich, featuring autumnal ochres, deep burnt umbers, and dark greens. These tones surround the figures in a moody, almost ancient atmosphere. 

The two main characters display a mix of playfulness and fragility. Their large features and short bodies hint at a folk-tale background. Yet their expressions are mysterious, inviting the viewer to think about their relationship and the journey they are starting.